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ALUMS Chat: Muhammad Abubakar Umer on Building Impact Across Public Service, Tech, and Entrepreneurship

ALUMS Chat: Muhammad Abubakar Umer on Building Impact Across Public Service, Tech, and Entrepreneurship

May 22, 2026

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4:00 pm

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In the next episode of ALUMS Chat, we are pleased to welcome Muhammad Abubakar Umer (BSc 2009), Co-Founder and CEO of DAT AI Systems and DAT Media, for an engaging conversation on technology, public service, and building scalable impact.

A graduate of LUMS and a Chevening Scholarship recipient, Abubakar is a communications technology expert who has worked at the intersection of governance and innovation. He began his career contributing to digital media and e-governance initiatives for the Government of Punjab, improving service delivery through technology, before pursuing a Master’s in Media and Communications Governance at the London School of Economics and Political Science.

In 2023, he co-founded DAT AI Systems to address challenges faced by organisations managing large in-field workforces. Through a WhatsApp-based platform designed for low-connectivity and low-digital-literacy environments, the company enables seamless coordination between organisations and field staff while also contributing to reducing worker exploitation. Their work has already supported major public-sector organisations, including the Lahore Waste Management Company.

Alongside this, Abubakar founded DAT Media, a venture focused on creating simple, authentic, and responsible media through storytelling, documentaries, and campaigns. His work reflects a commitment to using technology and communication as tools for meaningful, people-centered impact.

Why Watch the Episode?

Learn how technology can be leveraged to solve real-world governance challenges.
Gain insights into building scalable solutions in resource-constrained environments.
Understand the role of communication and storytelling in driving impact.
Hear his perspective on entrepreneurship, public service, and creating systems that empower people.

Don’t miss this insightful conversation.

Watch the episode on the LUMS Facebook page on Friday, May 22, 2026, at 4:00 pm (PKT).

Add to Calendar 2026-05-22 00:00:00 2026-05-22 00:00:00 ALUMS Chat: Muhammad Abubakar Umer on Building Impact Across Public Service, Tech, and Entrepreneurship In the next episode of ALUMS Chat, we are pleased to welcome Muhammad Abubakar Umer (BSc 2009), Co-Founder and CEO of DAT AI Systems and DAT Media, for an engaging conversation on technology, public service, and building scalable impact.A graduate of LUMS and a Chevening Scholarship recipient, Abubakar is a communications technology expert who has worked at the intersection of governance and innovation. He began his career contributing to digital media and e-governance initiatives for the Government of Punjab, improving service delivery through technology, before pursuing a Master’s in Media and Communications Governance at the London School of Economics and Political Science.In 2023, he co-founded DAT AI Systems to address challenges faced by organisations managing large in-field workforces. Through a WhatsApp-based platform designed for low-connectivity and low-digital-literacy environments, the company enables seamless coordination between organisations and field staff while also contributing to reducing worker exploitation. Their work has already supported major public-sector organisations, including the Lahore Waste Management Company.Alongside this, Abubakar founded DAT Media, a venture focused on creating simple, authentic, and responsible media through storytelling, documentaries, and campaigns. His work reflects a commitment to using technology and communication as tools for meaningful, people-centered impact.Why Watch the Episode?Learn how technology can be leveraged to solve real-world governance challenges.Gain insights into building scalable solutions in resource-constrained environments.Understand the role of communication and storytelling in driving impact.Hear his perspective on entrepreneurship, public service, and creating systems that empower people.Don’t miss this insightful conversation.Watch the episode on the LUMS Facebook page on Friday, May 22, 2026, at 4:00 pm (PKT). LUMS Facebook Page LUMS Drupal 8 adil.sarwar@lums.edu.pk Asia/Karachi public

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